20th Anniversary

Kyoto State Guest House will offer its autumn evening openings on November 22–24 and November 28–30, 2025. During this period, three additional guided tours after sunset will be offered each day (last entry at 6:00 PM).

The night scenery, with the soft glow filtering through the shoji sliding screens that evoke large paper lanterns and the elegant wall tapestry mirrored in the pond, creates a mystical atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the enchanting late autumn scenery of Kyoto State Guest House during the peaceful evening hours.

Whether you’re visiting Kyoto or heading home from work or school, we warmly invite you to join us for these special evening tours during this beautiful season of autumn foliage.

Dates	November 22 (Sat) – November 24 (Mon), 2025 November 28 (Fri) – November 30 (Sun), 2025
Times	①4:40 PM – 6:00 PM ②5:20 PM – 6:40 PM ③6:00 PM – 7:20 PM
Viewing Areas	Juraku-no-Ma (Anteroom) / Yubae-no-Ma (Large Conference Room) / Fuji-no-Ma (Banquet Hall) / Kiri-no-Ma (Japanese-style Banquet Room)/ and more
Highlights	Serene reflection of the wall tapestry in the pond Mystical scenery of the illuminated garden
Capacity	40 participants per tour (120 per day in total, including those in English guided tours)
English Guided Tours	Scheduled for ②5:20 PM – 6:40 PM each day 　 Capacity: 20 participants per tour
Admission Fees	Adults:2,000 yen, University Students:1,500 yen, Middle/High School Students (Ages 13+):700 yen * Children aged 12 or younger will not be admitted. * Eligible students must present a valid student ID on the day of their visit to receive the student discount.

How to Book

Reservations can be made on a first-come, first-served basis through the Public Opening Reservation System on our official website, from September 24 (Wed) at 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM the day before each tour.

Same-day entry slips for guided tours that have not reached capacity through advance reservations will be available at the Seiwain Rest House for those without reservations.

Important Notes

・Please review the Visitor Rules & Regulations before your visit.
・Tours may be canceled on short notice due to official engagements or other operational reasons.
　For the latest updates, please refer to the Public Opening Schedule on our website.
・Due to limited lighting, the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden becomes very dark after sunset. We recommend bringing a flashlight to ensure a safe visit.